The women’s singles semifinals at Tennis in the Land 2025 in Cleveland produced two thrilling matches, setting up a compelling championship showdown between Sorana Cîrstea and Ann Li.
Cîrstea Dominates Zakharova
Romania’s Sorana Cîrstea showed her class with a dominant start, taking the opening set 6–1 against Anastasia Zakharova. The second set proved tighter, but Cîrstea’s experience carried her through with a 7–5 finish, sealing a straight-sets victory and her spot in the final.
Li Battles Past Wang
In the other semifinal, American Ann Li delivered one of the biggest wins of her season by defeating the second seed, Wang Xinyu of China. Li took the first set 6–3, faltered in the second 5–7, but fought back with determination in the deciding set to close out the match 6–4.
Semifinal Results
- Sorana Cîrstea (ROU) def. Anastasia Zakharova (RUS) — 6–1, 7–5
- Ann Li (USA) def. Wang Xinyu (CHN, 2nd seed) — 6–3, 5–7, 6–4
What’s Next
The final promises an exciting clash of styles:
- Cîrstea, the experienced campaigner, enters with momentum and confidence after a straight-sets win.
- Li, the home favorite, rides a wave of resilience and belief after upsetting the No.2 seed.
With both players in strong form, the Cleveland crowd can expect a gripping battle for the title.
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